Financial Summary for the Fiscal Year Ending February 2026 [Japanese GAAP] (Non-Consolidated)

Overview of Business Performance

In the fiscal year ending February 2026, net sales amounted to 62,252 million yen (up 11.9% YoY), operating income was 6,584 million yen (up 19.4% YoY), ordinary income was 6,587 million yen (up 16.5% YoY), and net income attributable to owners of parent was 4,731 million yen (up 15.6% YoY), all reaching record highs. The increase in net sales was driven by the effect of 21 new store openings and increased sales at existing stores, while the operating profit margin also improved. Despite cost increases such as rising raw material prices, the ratio of selling, general and administrative expenses to net sales declined, improving profitability. The equity ratio decreased slightly to 72.8% compared to the previous year, but the financial base remains solid.

Outlook and Dividend Policy

For the fiscal year ending February 2027, earnings guidance projects net sales of 67,000 million yen (up 7.6% YoY), operating income of 6,800 million yen (up 3.3% YoY), and net income of 4,500 million yen (down 4.9% YoY). Plans include opening 20 new stores and closing 5 stores, while continuing efforts on DX promotion, sales promotion initiatives, and strengthening recruitment to maintain and enhance brand power. The dividend is planned at 29 yen per share at the end of the fiscal year ending February 2026, totaling 52 yen annually. The fundamental policy is stable long-term dividends and strengthening the financial base, actively promoting shareholder returns.